< Back to Projects Memorial Park Conservancy Clay Family Eastern Glades Owner: Memorial Park Conservancy Architect: Nelson Byrd Woltz Size: 3,900 sq. ft. Category: Parks / Open Spaces Construction included new landscape and hardscape areas with decomposed granite trails, lawns, paver/stone plazas and terraces, planting zones, a 5.5 acre lake and native wetlands. We also constructed a boardwalk decking at the lake perimeter and throughout the woods, food truck area and chalk wall, three picnic pavilions and a new restroom building. Each building has a steel structure and wood tongue and groove deck with metal roofing. The picnic pavilions contain masonry fireplaces and tables. The new Vibrant location is part of Memorial Parks Running Complex, a major hub and access point on the south side of the park that opened in November. Located southwest of the Kinder Land Bridge and Cyvia and Melvyn Wolff Prairie, the Running Complex was designed as a central gathering spot and serves as a new gateway to enjoy the Bayou Wilds trails of Memorial Park. The Running Complex also features the Roy H. Cullen Timing Track a 400-meter, five-lane track and an event plaza that will be available to rent for private events in the future. The running complex complements the adjacent Cullen Running Trails Center, which opened in 2014 and includes visitor services, restrooms and showers. Memorial Park's transformation The Running Complex is the latest project completed under the Memorial Park Master Plan and the associated Ten-Year Plan, which aim to enhance the park's green infrastructure and protect natural resources as well as improve recreational assets for the community. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Santa Fe Snyder Corporate Interiors Owner: Santa Fe Energy Resources Architect: Ziegler Cooper Size: 150,000 sq. ft. Category: Office / Corporate (Interiors) This project included preconstruction services and interior build-out of seven floors totaling 150,000 square feet. There was extensive use of Brochstein's paneling, metallic vinyl wall covering, stone, and custom millwork. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Humble Independent School District Atascocita Springs Elementary School Owner: Humble ISD Architect: PBK Architects Size: 113,000 sq. ft. Category: Education - K-12 - ISD Atascocita Springs Elementary is a 113,000 square-foot, two-story school consisting of educational and administrative spaces to support the growing Humble Independent School District community. The school includes a multi-purpose gymnasium with a stage, cafeteria, and student library. The award-winning campus holds Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) certification and is a TX-CHPS Verified school. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Memorial Hermann Hospital Northeast Bed Tower Owner: Memorial Hermann Healthcare System Architect: FKP CannonDesign Size: 146,000 sq. ft. Category: Healthcare (New | Major Addition) The Memorial Hermann Health System has expanded their northeast campus with an additional bed tower. The scope of work included construction of a 5-story patient tower and mechanical penthouse and Beacon feature. In addition, the project included construction of central plant facilities and infrastructure to support the new bed tower and for future redundancies, as well as modifications to the south tower facade and site improvements. The new tower has 90 new inpatient beds, new food services area, new cardiopulmonary department, public circulation space, and MEP support space. The central plant includes 2,000 tons of chilled water capacity with a new 1,600 KVA electrical service. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects La Porte ISD Theater Interior Owner: La Porte ISD Architect: PBK Architects Size: 40,000 sq. ft. Category: Education - K-12 - ISD This project consists of a 40,000 square feet of renovations to LPHS Sonja Angelo Theater including new expanded foyer, expanded restrooms, renovated dressing rooms, new set construction, and costume storage areas. Renovation included new HVAC system, lighting, seating, and flooring. Tellepsen provided additions and renovations to the football stadium, running track, tennis courts, theater, field house, and extensive renovations to the high school and additional parking on an occupied campus. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects University of Houston Health 1 Owner: University of Houston Architect: Bailey Architects Size: 188,133 sq. ft. Category: Education - Higher Ed The 167,000-square-foot, six-story research building provides critical laboratory space and animal facilities to boost the university's research capabilities. It includes innovative laboratories for patient-based research, and critical infrastructure for basic research as well as collaborative space for cross-disciplinary research. Researchers from optometry, psychology, neuroscience, natural sciences, mathematics, pharmacy, social sciences, and liberal arts will be able to collaborate more easily and readily on interdisciplinary projects that benefit the university as a whole. To support these facilities Tellepsen constructed the Biomedical District Utility Plant. The plant provides 4,500 tons of cooling capacity, 35,900 pounds per hour steam capacity, and 3,200 GPM of 140-degree heating water. The plant includes a 16,000 KVA 480V/3P primary power service and three 1,500 KW emergency diesel generators. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center Owner: Jewish Community Center Architect: Gensler & Associates Size: 126,000 sq. ft. Category: Community / Non-Profit The updates included the addition of a new three-story, 126,000-square-foot facility, which features a family-centric aquatics complex, a culinary studio, a high-end fitness facility, and other improvements. The project also included renovations to 27,000 square feet of the existing facility, which is located at 5601 S. Braeswood Blvd. in Meyerland. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Yellowstone Academy Owner: Yellowstone Academy Architect: Kirksey Architecture Size: 60,000 sq. ft. Category: Education - K-12 - ISD Located in the Third Ward on approximately 4.2 acres, the project includes the new construction of a 60,000-square-foot facility consisting of a 1.5 and 2-story structure. The project includes demolition, abatement, and renovation within the existing facility. The new facility includes classrooms, office space, commons space, library, and studio space. In addition, the project scope includes the abandonment and relocation of existing street and utility infrastructure elements along sections of Hadley Street and Brailsfort Street. Yellowstone Academy is located in the historic Douglass Elementary School Building (a former HISD Facility). This landmark campus is one of the oldest continuously operating school buildings in the City of Houston. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Second Baptist Church Cinco Ranch Owner: Second Baptist Church Architect: Kirksey Architecture Size: 167,000 sq. ft. Category: Liturgical / Faith Based The project totaled 168,187 square feet and featured a mesmerizing 3,500-seat worship building. The building contains a worship hall with moveable seating surrounding the altar, acoustical tiled walls, four-way projection screen system, full audio/visual control booth, and on-stage screens. The building also features an open lobby design, activity room, gathering space, and a full kitchen. Attached to the building is the 82,773 square foot Education Building. This building contains classrooms, a 25,000-square-foot nursery, play area, media space, cafe, gathering space, and a children's theater for the GiGL (Growing in God's Love) program which is a religious educational program for preschoolers utilizing puppets and live actors. The project also included a 3,574-square-foot central plan to serve the campus. In total, the campus accommodates 6,915 church members at a given time. The exterior of the building was constructed with a true Texas look and feel. It utilizes a limestone and exposed wood design to create a welcoming, comfortable environment for churchgoers. The campus is a total of 47 acres, leaving room for future growth. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Texas Children's Hospital West Campus Owner: Texas Children's Hospital Architect: Page Size: 536,000 sq. ft. Category: Healthcare (New | Major Addition) As greater Houston's first suburban hospital designed exclusively for children, the 55-acre campus includes a 295,000-square-foot Inpatient facility with 48 acute care beds (with the capacity for an additional 48 beds). The six-level facility has five floors of occupied space with one story being dedicated to the mechanical penthouse. An adjoining 220,000-square-foot Ambulatory Care/Medical Office Building houses advanced diagnostic imaging, therapeutic, outpatient clinic, surgical and ancillary facilities. The serene park-like setting in the new Texas Children's Hospital West Campus provides the perfect environment for a healthcare facility designed and constructed with children and their families in mind. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Houston's First Baptist Church - Cypress Campus Owner: Houston's First Baptist Church Architect: Kirksey Architecture Size: 98,918 sq. ft. Category: Liturgical / Faith Based Located on 32 acres in the Bridgeland Community, Houstons First Baptist Church Cypress Campus provides area residents with a new place to worship. The 98,918-square-foot campus includes a 1,300-seat worship center, education building, coffee shop, baptistery, and bookstore. The worship center features classrooms for adults, bookstore, coffee shop, and a large open entrance lobby. The education building features classrooms and learning areas for children of all ages, a game area, and a separate worship space for junior high and high school students. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

Jonathan Shaw Vice President Jonathan serves a pivotal role in Tellepsen’s Business Acquisition program, where he adeptly contributes to enhancing the company's market position and fostering financial growth by attaining long-term strategic objectives. His efforts in this capacity have been instrumental in driving sustained success and positioning Tellepsen as a leader in the industry. In addition to his primary responsibilities, Jonathan is also entrusted with the critical task of nurturing and expanding both new and existing client relationships. His commitment to maintaining professional connections ensures that Tellepsen continues to thrive in a competitive market. Jonathan holds a degree in Construction Technology from Texas State University. Furthermore, he is a LEED Accredited Professional, which underscores his dedication to sustainable building practices and his proficiency in leading projects that meet high environmental standards. Through his multifaceted contributions, Jonathan exemplifies the qualities of a consummate professional, driving innovation and excellence within Tellepsen. His blend of strategic insight, technical acumen, and relationship-building skills makes him an invaluable asset to the organization. < View All Leadership

< Back to Projects Clear Creek High School Owner: Clear Creek ISD Architect: PBK Architects Size: 250,000 sq. ft. Category: Education - K-12 - ISD This multi-phased on-campus demolition and construction program encompassed 77% of the existing buildings. This was accomplished while keeping the school in full operation. Relocation of students and administration to newly constructed buildings mid-phase allowed the demolition of the balance of the existing buildings. Phase I included rebuilding a 100,000-square-foot administrative, classroom, and laboratory building in 12 months. Phase II included a 150,000-square-foot classroom, laboratory, dance, music, and special education addition on multiple sites within the existing campus. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Foster Family YMCA Owner: YMCA of the Greater Houston Area Architect: Brave/Architecture Size: 28,412 sq. ft. Category: Community / Non-Profit Tellepsen partnered with the YMCA of Greater Houston to rejuvenate several aspects of the guest experience at the Foster Family YMCA. Renovations focused on the welcome center, an intergenerational room, an expanded wellness center, a youth makerspace, group exercise studios, a new outdoor pavilion, refreshed greenspace, and a renovated swimming pool. The outdoor pavilion features an open, welcoming, and an adaptable multi-purpose court for outdoor group exercise, basketball, pickleball, and other sports. Meanwhile, a unique "maker space" is aimed at providing youth the chance to design, create, explore, learn, collaborate, discover, and invent. The equipment serving the swimming pool has been completely overhauled and upgraded to include heating/cooling equipment to extend swim season for members. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next